program based in Danville. The Camp focuses on teamwork, hustle and sportsmanship. We also offer small group training as well as one-on-one training. Info: lancerblankenship@ sbcglobal.net or 925-7083173. Cabernet Baseball Club The Livermore-based club not only hosts The Pitching Center’s Spring Break Baseball Skills Camp 2013, it also is home to training and recreational leagues in other sports — including football, soccer, futsal, softball and lacrosse . Lil’ Baseball is also offered for ages 3-7. Info: 925-416-1600, www. cabernetindoorsports.com EJ Sports EJ Sports provides positive and instructive baseball programs that include camps, teams and conditioning clinics for youth 7 through 18 years of age. We provide an exciting and bully-free environment to help players improve athletically and build confidence. Our instructors possess the capability to teach concepts and relate to youth based on their comprehension level and athletic ability. We ensure that our sports staff consists of qualified coaches who are dedicated to improving their coaching ability and continually learning the newest techniques in the world of baseball. Join us at our camps, learn and have fun! Info: 925-866-7199, www. ejsports.com. Future Star Coach Ben Mangan and his staff are offering a variety of fun, skill building camps in 2013. Players are rewarded for giving positive reinforcement to each other in both competitive and non-competitive games and drills. A team atmosphere is maintained at all times. Future Star Baseball is located in the Oakland Hills. Info: www.futurestarbaseball. com; 510-710-0987 Mike Murphy Baseball/Softball In our Spring Baseball Camp from April 1-3, all aspects of the game are covered. Students are divided according to appropriate age group or skill level in order to get the most out of the camp. The MMB camp environment is fun for all ages, and most important, highly instructional. Please be sure to send your player with all equipment including helmet and athletic cup. MMB is based in Concord. Info: mikemurphybaseball. com; 925-798-4487 The Pitching Center In an effort to develop baseball players to their full potential, The Pitching Center has become the Total Player Center (TPC), a fullservice baseball/softball training academy. We provide comprehensive, fully-integrated training
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what to look for when choosing a pitching camp
› 1. Arm Care, Throwing and Mechanics: You cannot play baseball without an arm. You cannot play at the next level without a strong arm. Do they provide accurate information and education on the biomechanics of throwing so you can improve? There are myths in the sport about the biomechanics of the arm; what products are they using? Video analysis, strength training programs, long toss programs? You do not want to leave the camp with an injury from inadequate coaching & arm care. › 2. Ratio of Coaches to Players: Are there a lot of athletes and few coaches? Has the camp invested into its staff making athletic development priority or will you have limited time with coaches? Individual coaching is how you improve the most. › 3. Quality of Coaches: You want to be surrounded with baseball minds that have firsthand and successful track records in the sport. Are they knowledgeable about the game and have a history of developed & successful players? This is key › 4. Past Camp Participants: Research and see where former camp attendees have gone to play and how the camp has developed them. Do they have any MLB players or elite amateurs that have attended the camp? › 5. Attendance of Coaches and Scouts: This is extremely important for high school athletes looking to go on to the next level. The larger the attendance by scouts and coaches the better chance you have to impress them. It only takes one scout or coach to get you to that next level. — Scott Thornburgh & Tanner Tennyson @ Crossover Symmetry. Protect the Arm. Increase Velocity.
programs that evolve based on the best research and information available in areas from health/safety, peak performance, education techniques and more. Age- and skill-specific programs available for students
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